Khuthaza Strategic Development was started in 2002 in order to provide capacity
building and training services to the community. "Khuthaza" means to empower in
isiXhosa. The programme we offer at Khuthaza aims to equip learners with the tools
to enter the social welfare sector, thus in turn fostering the community. The course is
offered in the Gauteng Province and the North-west Province.

The focus of the programme is in further education and training in Social Auxiliary
Work. The programme equips learners with basic knowledge of the South African
Social Welfare Context as well as the context in which the services function. Fundamental
knowledge of human behaviour, relationship systems, social issues and the
ability to address social needs using appropriate social auxiliary work methods and
techniques are addressed in the programme. The programme aides the learner in
functioning in the social development sector.

The course offers several career paths for the learner to follow upon completion
within the social welfare sector. Upon completion the student will be registered with
the South African Council of Social Service Professions as a qualified Social Auxiliary
Worker. If the learner wishes they are eligible to continue their studies at an institute
for Higher Education.